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Saving money is on the minds of all new parents. When you're suddenly responsible for another human life, you start pinching pennies wherever you can. One of the biggest expenses for babies is diapers. Should you use disposable diapers for convenience or cloth diapers to save cash? Cloth diapers can save you over $2,000 in the first year compared to disposables. That's enough for a family vacation or to start a college fund. Still, disposable diapers might be worth it for the convenience and time savings. It all comes down to your priorities and how much you value your time...

If you’ve been wondering how many cloth diaper inserts your little one is going to need, here’s your answer in two words: It depends. While you can always take guidance from the average numbers, it’s critical to gauge your and your baby’s needs to get your own “diaper math” right.   No two babies are the same. The number of inserts you need will depend on a variety of factors including your baby’s age, your laundry routine, your budget, your lifestyle, and more. Let’s walk through the things you’ll need to consider when deciding how many inserts your stash must...

You've made the eco-friendly choice to use cloth diapers for your baby - good on you! Now, you need to get familiar with how to tell when it's time for a diaper change. Unlike disposables, where you can see and feel the wetness indicator, cloth diapers require a little more attention. But don't worry. With a bit of practice, you'll be a pro in no time. The key is learning how to gauge the level of wetness so your baby stays comfortable and the diaper functions properly. In this article, we'll walk through some tips and tricks to help determine...

Cloth diapers have been around for a long, long time. They’ve kept babies clean, dry, and comfy for centuries. While most of today’s new mums and dads were raised primarily on disposable diapers, the cloth diapering trend has made a massive comeback, and for a good number of reasons! Savvy parents are quickly making the switch to cloth diapers for two solid reasons: cost efficiency and minimizing environmental footprint. Unlike their disposable counterparts, cloth diapers can be used and re-used countless times until your little one is potty trained. This helps you glean massive savings throughout your diapering journey. That...

If you’re a cloth diapering parent (thank you for playing your part in saving the planet, by the way!), you might be wondering, “Can my baby’s cloth diaper double as a swim diaper?” Generally speaking, it’s best to avoid using cloth diapers in the pool. Both cloth and swim diapers come with different designs and have different mechanisms in place to hold solids. Read on to understand what differentiates swim diapers from cloth diapers, what happens if your baby wears a cloth diaper in the pool, and whether you can use cloth diaper covers as an alternative to swim diapers....